Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Kia Sportage Diesel 1685cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 99,862 miles on the clock, averaging 7,109 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 UOY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,862 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,109 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Sportage
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D4FD
Chain elongates (longer life than related U2 engines, but still fails).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM12 UOY |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 UOY
What car is SM12 UOY?
SM12 UOY is an black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 UOY?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 UOY was 99,862 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 UOY passed its MOT?
SM12 UOY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is SM12 UOY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 UOY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM12 UOY?
SM12 UOY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.